Histology Technician I: Training in Tissue Prep & Staining

Charles River Laboratories; Spencerville (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in the United States is seeking a Technician I who will train to perform onboarding, procedures, and collaborate in a team studying tissues. Tasks include handling tissues, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, inventory, quality control and shipping.

Work is performed under close supervision to gain proficiency. The role requires strong safety awareness, good communication, and the ability to learn validated systems; eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or GED preferred; associate/bachelor's degree in biological science preferred.
• Experience: No prior experience required.
• Equivalent education/experience may be accepted as substitution for listed requirements.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa.
• Ability to learn validated systems and follow safety procedures.
• Commitment to GLP/SOP/BOP/IACUC and related regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure welfare and humane care for animals; perform humane handling.
• Train in histology tasks: tissue handling, slide preparation, staining, and shipping.
• Collect, document, and review data in forms or electronic systems.
• Review documentation as part of quality control.
• Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment.
• Learn anatomic terms and SOPs; work with required PPE.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

English proficiency

Multitasking

Data entry

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Biological science degree preferred

Associate/Bachelor's in biology acceptable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in the United States is seeking a Technician I who will train to perform onboarding, procedures, and collaborate in a team studying tissues. Tasks include handling tissues, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, inventory, quality control and shipping.

Work is performed under close supervision to gain proficiency. The role requires strong safety awareness, good communication, and the ability to learn validated systems; eligibility to work in the U.S.